Overview
The MKL27Z256VMP4 is a 32-bit microcontroller from NXP USA Inc., part of the Kinetis KL27 series. This microcontroller is designed for cost-sensitive and battery-powered applications, particularly those requiring low-power USB connectivity. It features an ARM Cortex-M0+ core, operating at up to 48 MHz, and is packaged in a 64-pin MAPBGA (Micro Array Ball Grid Array) package.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Core Processor | ARM Cortex-M0+ up to 48 MHz |
| Flash Memory | 256 KB |
| SRAM | 32 KB |
| ROM | 16 KB with built-in bootloader |
| Package Type | 64-pin MAPBGA |
| Voltage Range | 1.71 to 3.6 V |
| Temperature Range | -40 to 105 °C |
| GPIOs | Up to 50 general-purpose input/output pins |
| ADC Channels | Up to 16 channels |
| USB | Full-speed 2.0 device controller without external crystal |
| Low Power Modes | Down to 54uA/MHz in very low power run mode, 1.96uA in VLLS3 mode |
Key Features
- High accuracy internal voltage and clock reference
- FlexIO to support various serial peripheral emulations (UART, IrDA, SPI, I2C, I2S, PWM, etc.)
- USB full-speed 2.0 device controller supporting crystal-less operation
- Multiple UART, I2C, and SPI modules
- 16-bit ADC module with high accuracy internal voltage reference
- High-speed analog comparator with a 6-bit DAC
- Multiple timer and PWM modules, including a real-time clock
- Advanced flash security and 80-bit unique identification number per chip
Applications
The MKL27Z256VMP4 is optimized for use in cost-sensitive and battery-powered applications. It is particularly suited for devices requiring low-power USB connectivity, such as:
- Portable consumer electronics
- Medical devices
- Industrial control systems
- IoT devices
- Battery-powered sensors and actuators
Q & A
- What is the core processor of the MKL27Z256VMP4?
The core processor is an ARM Cortex-M0+, operating up to 48 MHz. - How much flash memory does the MKL27Z256VMP4 have?
The MKL27Z256VMP4 has 256 KB of flash memory. - What is the package type of the MKL27Z256VMP4?
The package type is a 64-pin MAPBGA. - What is the voltage range of the MKL27Z256VMP4?
The voltage range is from 1.71 to 3.6 V. - Does the MKL27Z256VMP4 support USB connectivity?
Yes, it supports full-speed 2.0 USB device connectivity without requiring an external crystal. - What are the low power modes of the MKL27Z256VMP4?
The device can operate down to 54uA/MHz in very low power run mode and 1.96uA in VLLS3 mode. - How many GPIOs does the MKL27Z256VMP4 have?
It has up to 50 general-purpose input/output pins. - What is the temperature range of the MKL27Z256VMP4?
The temperature range is from -40 to 105 °C. - Does the MKL27Z256VMP4 have a built-in bootloader?
Yes, it has a 16 KB ROM with a built-in bootloader. - What types of serial interfaces does the MKL27Z256VMP4 support?
The device supports UART, I2C, SPI, and other serial interfaces through its FlexIO module.
